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Ukraine backs India's active role in peace talks after Jaishankar call

India supports an early end to the Ukraine conflict, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said on Thursday after speaking to his Ukrainian counterpart Andrii Sybiha.

WHO, CZA teams review measures against spread of bird flu at Delhi zoo

The zoo administration said intensive sanitation and bio-security measures are being implemented to safeguard the health of birds, animals and staff

SC may form panel to oversee co-developer selection for Supertech project

Supertech Realtors is developing the Supernova project at a cost of Rs 2,326.14 crore on a land measuring 70,002 square metre at Sector 94 in Noida

GST reforms to strengthen clean-energy transition: Environment minister

In a post on X, Yadav said, "The GST rationalisation ensures that renewable energy remains the backbone of India's climate strategy."

ED questions Shikhar Dhawan for 8 hours in '1xBet' betting app probe

The agency recorded his statement under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) as part of this investigation linked to an "illegal" betting app named 1xBet, the sources said

Law to regulate online gaming brought without heeding to any pressure: PM

"India can dominate global online gaming market, if done in a right manner...there are huge job opportunities too," he said

GST rate rejig may ease inflation by up to 75 bps in FY26: SBI Research

The new tax rates will be effective from September 22, except for tobacco and related products, for which a date will be announced later

RBI panel on financial stability reviews macroeconomic developments

It also reviewed the functioning of State-Level Coordination Committees (SLCCs) in states and Union Territories and activities of various technical groups

India's exports to surpass 2024-25 levels, GST reforms to aid growth: Goyal

The commerce and industry minister also said the industry has committed to pass on the benefits of the GST rate reduction to consumers

Aadhaar authentication hits 2,210 mn in August, face ID use surges: UIDAI

Aadhaar authentication transactions increased by 10 per cent year-on-year to 221 crore in August 2025, Unique Identification Authority of India said on Thursday.

Chouhan visits flood-affected areas in Punjab, assures full support

Earlier upon his arrival, Punjab Governor Gulab Chand Kataria submitted a detailed report on the flood situation to Chouhan at Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport, Amritsar

Niti Aayog urges early focus on 2D materials to lead semicon future

The report said that the world of two-dimensional (2D) materials is a frontier that promises to reshape the future of semiconductors, energy, electronics, and quantum computing

Diageo India partners with THSC to train 300 youth for different roles

The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) involves classroom-based training programmes to be conducted at THSC-affiliated centres in Bengaluru by certified trainers and assessors

Interpol issues NCB's 'Silver Notice' against Dubai-based drug trafficker

Thakur is wanted by the federal anti-narcotics agency in connection with a case related to the recovery of 82 kgs of cocaine from Delhi in November 2024

GST rate cuts to boost demand in India's ₹19 trillion dairy sector: Govt

The government on Thursday said the decision to ensure that most dairy products are now either exempt from tax or attract only a 5 per cent rate will boost demand in the Rs 19 lakh crore industry.

Imposed tariffs on India over Russian oil imports: US govt to Supreme Court

Trump has imposed 25 per cent reciprocal tariffs on India and an additional 25 per cent levies for Delhi's purchases of Russian oil, bringing the total duties imposed on India to 50 per cent

GST rate for jewellery unchanged at 3 pc, but industry sees indirect gains

For investors, unchanged GST provides clarity to the buyer, and also does not create havoc in the market, however, entry costs remain slightly high compared to global benchmarks, said Kothari

Govt plans Bharat NCAP-style safety standards for e-rickshaws: Gadkari

In 2023, Gadkari launched the Bharat NCAP (New Car Assessment Programme), which is aimed at improving road safety standards of motor vehicles up to 3.5 tonnes

Bata extends GST benefits to customers with 'Price Promise' initiative

Under the scheme, prices across Bata outlets reflect a 7 per cent reduction, with the company absorbing the differential to pass on immediate savings to buyers, the company said in a statement

GST rate cut on tyres to bring down vehicle operating costs: ATMA

The long-awaited move will make tyres more affordable for users across all segments and contribute positively to road safety by encouraging timely tyre replacement and maintenance, ATMA said